Tacos de Verdura

Tacos de Verdura are vibrant vegetarian tacos filled with a medley of sautéed seasonal vegetables, topped with fresh avocado and a sprinkle of queso fresco. These flavorful bites are perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, showcasing the essence of Mexican cuisine.

Tacos de Verdura
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
300 kcal

Ingredients

  • Corn tortillas - 4 small
  • Bell pepper (red, yellow, or green) - 100 grams, diced
  • Zucchini - 100 grams, diced
  • Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 100 grams, sliced
  • Red onion - 50 grams, thinly sliced
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Avocado - 1 medium, sliced
  • Queso fresco - 50 grams, crumbled

Steps

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sliced red onion to the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced bell pepper, zucchini, and sliced mushrooms, cooking for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Season the vegetables with cumin, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
  6. Assemble the tacos by placing a generous spoonful of the sautéed vegetables on each tortilla.
  7. Top with fresh avocado slices, crumbled queso fresco, and chopped cilantro.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 300
  • Protein: 8 g
  • Carbs: 32 g
  • Fiber: 8 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Cholesterol: 10 mg
  • Total Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables used.
  • High in fiber, promoting digestive health.

Tags

MexicanVegetarianAppetizer